Blake Kollin has been a Financial Advisor on Merrill's Global Corporate & Institutional Advisory Services team since joining the firm in January 2024. Blake assists his clients in simplifying their financial lives by helping them establish and prioritize goals. Leveraging the extensive research, investment know how and financial wellness resources of Merrill and Bank of America, he delivers tailored strategies that include asset allocation guidance, tax-efficient investing, cash flow management, lending, retirement income strategies, and wealth transfer.

Blake grew up in Alpharetta, Georgia and received a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Marketing, from the University of West Georgia in Carrollton, Georgia. He also received a Master's degree in Finance, from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation.

Outside of the office, Blake enjoys hiking and running outdoors along with golfing as he played collegiately. He also devotes time and energy to charitable organizations, including Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Fix Georgia Pets. On most weekends in the fall, you can find Blake in front of the television cheering on his Georgia Bulldogs, Indiana Hoosiers and Minnesota Vikings.

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